[Hiring] Cyber Security Engineer @Leidos

Role Description

As a result of some exciting programme wins, we currently have a permanent vacancy for a Cyber Security Engineer to support the development and transition into live of a new IT application and infrastructure solution providing support to a critical operational end user. Leidos is seeking an enthusiastic protective security specialist to lead the implementation and assurance of security within a key defence project. The incumbent will possess specialist skills in all areas of protective and information security and have demonstrable experience of applying security frameworks such as Government Functional Standard 007.

You will be joining a team of highly skilled and highly motivated individuals who are working on one of the UK’s leading programmes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a cyber security engineering role, delivering security outcomes across IT environments (on-prem and/or cloud).
• Practical experience implementing security tooling and Security policies.
• Demonstratable knowledge of secure configuration and hardening practices, and ability to apply benchmarks/standards (e.g., CIS, NIST, STIG) pragmatically.
• Hands-on experience with vulnerability management and risk-based prioritisation, including working with engineering teams to drive remediation.
• Experience supporting incident response activities, including investigation, containment, and lessons learned.
• Ability to communicate technical security issues clearly to non-specialists and support governance/assurance decision-making.
• Experience producing quality security documentation and evidence suitable for audit/assurance.

Requirements

• Clearance to Start SC
• Clearance for Role DV

Benefits

• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays)
• Access to Flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to work scheme)
• Flexi-Time